Guangzhou Travel Guide

Getting Around Guangzhou

There is an efficient and expanding public transportation system
that makes getting around in Guangzhou relatively simple. The Yang
Cheng Tong card, available from convenience stores throughout the
city, offers discounted travel using local buses, subways and even
some taxis. The subway covers much of downtown, and the stations
are clearly marked with the Guangzhou Metro logo. The bus system
has more comprehensive service, but are slow if you travel long
distances. Buses require exact change or a Yang Cheng Tong
card.

Taxis are a popular form of transport in Guangzhou for visitors,
as they are cheap and reliable. Many drivers will not speak
English, however, so it is best to have your destination written in
Chinese to show them. Renting a car is possible, but driving in the
downtown area can be confusing and possibly dangerous for those
unfamiliar with Chinese as the road signs are not in English.

China has a reputation for being bicycle-friendly, but Guangzhou
has many fewer amenities like bicycle lanes. You can rent a bicycle
on Shamian Island, but for longer stays it is preferable to buy one
as rentals are often in bad repair. It is also possible to explore
some areas of the city on foot, but the various districts are far
apart.

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